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U.S. Air Force Senior Master Sgt. Reuben Dominguez, 163d Regional Training Site superintendent, California Air National Guard, gives kudos to Airmen after operating a skid-steer successfully during a weeklong Rapid Damage Repair course at March Air Reserve Base, California, May 19, 2026. Airmen learn to execute full-scale crater repair procedures, beginning with debris removal and upheaval marking before progressing through excavation, backfilling, compaction and surface restoration. Photo by Senior Master Sgt. Julianne Sitterding.

National Guard News, Training & Domestic Operations

California Guard Trains Airmen to Rapidly Repair Damaged Airfields

May 27, 2026 — 0 Comments

Crew members aboard a U.S. Coast Guard 45-foot Response Boat–Medium from Coast Guard Station Chincoteague look up at an MH-60T Jayhawk helicopter during a training evolution off the coast of Chincoteague, Virginia, Oct. 27, 2025. The training enhances coordination and communication between air and surface assets, ensuring crews are prepared to respond effectively during real-world search and rescue missions. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Matt Thieme)

Coast Guard News, Rescue & Domestic Operations

Coast Guard rescues individual involved in an all-terrain vehicle accident in Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area

May 27, 2026 — 0 Comments

Marines aboard a UH-1Y Venom assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 169, Marine Aircraft Group 39, 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing, toss a first person view unmanned aircraft system during an integration assessment exercise at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California, May 13, 2026.

Marine Corps News, Modernization & Innovation

H-1s Become Drone Control Platforms

May 27, 2026 — 0 Comments

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. Ken Wilsbach, left, Master Sgt. Steven Nelson, Chief Master Sgt. William Brakebill, Janine Sijan, Capt. Megan Langas, Maj. Joe Goliber and Chief Master Sgt. of the Air Force David Wolfe pose during a ceremony at the Pentagon in Arlington, Va., May 26, 2026. Nelson, Brakebill, Langas and Goliber were presented the Lance P. Sijan Award for leadership. (U.S. Air Force photo by Eric Dietrich)

Air Force News, Airmen Stories

Four Airmen honored with Lance P. Sijan Leadership Award

May 27, 2026 — 0 Comments

Girl Scout Troop 29 present Naval Medical Center Portsmouth Neurodevelopmental Pediatrics Division with a gift of sensory objects to help improve patient outcomes at NMCP, May 21, 2026.

Modernization & Innovation, National Guard News

Girl Scout Troop 29 helps Neurodevelopmental Pediatric Patients at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth

May 27, 2026 — 0 Comments

Pfc. Adahid Jimenez, a mechanic with the 603rd Military Police Company, applies a pressure dressing using the French Army’s technique at Tapa Army Base in Tapa, Estonia, May 11, 2026.

Army News, Training & Readiness

U.S. Army, French soldiers exchange combat lifesaver techniques in Estonia

May 27, 2026 — 0 Comments

Polish and U.S. military officials cut the ceremonial ribbon together celebrating the completion of the Deployable Air Base System Facilities, Equipment and Vehicle storage site in Powidz, Poland May 27, 2026. The DABS-FEV will store the essentials to make it faster for the U.S. Air Force and NATO Allies to quickly set up and operate from air bases in and around Poland. (U.S. Army photo by Chris Gardner)

Air Force News, Modernization & Innovation

New Deployable Air Base System in Powidz Strengthens U.S.-Poland Partnership

May 27, 2026 — 0 Comments

Col. Christipher Hubbard, acting 388th Fighter Wing commander presents the Distinguished Flying Cross to Maj. Alexander Cox during a ceremony at Hill Air Force Base, Utah, May 21, 2026. Cox also received a Bronze Star. Both decorations were awarded for actions during a 2025 deployment to the United States Central Command area of responsibility, including participation in Operation Midnight Hammer. (U.S. Air Force photo by Cynthia Griggs)

Air Force News, Overseas Operations

388th Fighter Wing Airmen recognized with Distinguished Flying Crosses, Bronze Stars for historic combat operations

May 26, 2026 — 0 Comments

A TRV-150 resupply drone undergoes flight testing at Fort Rucker, Ala., to evaluate flight control software and physical response while carrying a 70 mm rocket launcher. The industry-led initiative aims to provide expeditionary units with organic, precision-strike options using existing inventory like the Hydra family of rockets.

Army News, Modernization & Innovation

Industry Partners Test Drone-Mounted Rocket Launcher at Fort Rucker

May 26, 2026 — 0 Comments